Chapter 200: [The top battle, the key battle 1]

The media are generally optimistic about the Nets' away wins on the grounds that morale is strong.
After Scott left, the Nets lost only one game and currently have four straight wins.
In the last game, the Pacers lost to the Bucks on the road.
In the summer, "Big Bird" Larry Bird returned to the club chairman, the first thing was to fire coach Isaiah Thomas.
In 1987, Thomas publicly stated in the media: "If Larry Bird is a black player, then he will only be considered an ordinary player." Such words deeply hurt Bird, and the retribution eventually ended in It arrived 16 years later.
Rick Carlisle took over as the head coach, and the team's core players, O'Neal and Miller, continued to meet.
It is a pity that the Pacers did not succeed in signing in the summer. Not only did they release the main center Brad Miller, they also missed Wang Jun.
Bird is very optimistic about Wang Jun, but the team's first-round draft pick was sent out. In the second round, he had to choose the "spare tire" James Jones. He also wanted to trade with the Heat and was a step behind.
Now Wang Jun is out, Bird is very regretful, should start early, what summer league?
Wang Jun has an advantage in the 2nd position and can shoot, which is exactly what the Pacers lack.
He is Miller's perfect successor. When Miller comes, he can feel at ease as a substitute, and the Pacers will definitely hit the championship again.
The Pacers' current lineup is not bad.
Power forward Jermaine O'Neal reached its peak this season. He has comprehensive technology, can shoot in various positions without a dead end, can also play in the low post, turn around and jump shot, and often send a beautiful big cap on the defensive end.
He is stable at 20+10, averaging 2 assists and 2.6 blocks per game. The team is currently the first core, and the MVP selection is among the best.
Ron Artest is a super defensive player who can shoot and can use a crab to get to the basket and score. 18+ per game, the pinnacle of data career.
Shooting guard Reggie Miller has already locked the Hall of Fame, and he has three-pointers to guard against.
Blue-collar center Jerry Foster is a famous fighter, and his physical fitness is among the best among whites. Excellent card position and predictability. Good at rushing to the offensive rebounds and defense.
Jamal Tinsley, a well-known street fighter before entering the league, broke sharply and shot slightly weaker, which was considered a pass.
On the bench, Al Harrington is the fourth best at shooting, averaging 13.7 points and 6.2 rebounds. A strong contender for the best sixth man of the season.
In addition there is super deduction Fred-Jones. Newcomer pitcher James Jones, the former Kings inside Pollard, experienced Anthony Johnson, can power inside and outside power forward Crohill.
The Pacers played well this year and relied on the whole.
In the locker room, Wang Jun was very excited, he was going to match up with the legendary superstar.
He had heard Miller’s name when he was in junior high school. In the 1996 Olympics, he watched the Dream Team's game, and Miller was an important three-point team.
At that time he felt that this person was very thin. Some deformities, but the strength is very strong. deep impression.
However, he was excited not to find Miller to sign, but to beat the other side and achieve himself.
The Pacers lack a capable No. 2 position. Substitute James Jones and Miller are very similar in style and are thin three-point shooters.
He likes this type of matchup most, and wants to fight for a big explosion!
Lawrence not only arranged the match between Wang Jun and Miller, but also arranged tactics for him. "Wang Jun, you have to aggressively attack fast this time. You have an absolute strength advantage. You can go to the low position to single Miller, pay attention to the side cover. Kenyang covers, and cuts after a misalignment."
As a coach, it doesn't matter how famous the opponent's veteran is. When you get old, you have to be prepared for an offensive breakthrough. Miller is now a defensive weakness for the Pacers.
Lawrence added: "Richard, if Artest defends you, don't attack, go to the bottom line and wait for the opportunity to attract defense. Tinsley is not tall, and Jason has the chance to take a bold shot."
On the Pacers side, Carlisle arranged for O'Neal as the core offensive, double screener inside, Tinsley broke through, layup when there was a chance, no chance to give the ball a single shot or a shot from outside.
The tactics are simple. The top three in the East rely more on defense to win.
Live broadcast, Chinese fans are looking forward to the game in front of the TV.
The two sides played, seeing Artest and Jefferson standing together, Wang Jun against Miller, Zhang reasonable immediately predicted: "Wang Jun is not under much pressure in this game, it must be very good to play."
Nets: Kidd, Wang Jun, Jefferson, Martin, Collins.
Pacers: Tinsley, Miller, Artest, O'Neal, Foster.
Foster won the ball, and Tinsley received the ball and wanted to go straight to Semiller for a fast break. The pass was very bold.
Boldness is a common problem for street players. It is also easy to make mistakes if you can have a good pass.
Wang Jun saw the opportunity, reached out and cut the basketball, took advantage of the situation and squeezed Miller to take the ball, completed a steal, he passed the ball to Kidd, and ran to the frontcourt.
After the reaction speed became faster, he could do more on the field.
When the players pulled away, Kidd saw that the defensive strategy was man-to-man, and Miller defended Wang Jun, and drew the ball gently to the right.
Wang Jun leaned his back against Miller with a ball, took a step, protected the basketball with his body, and turned sharply to the right.
Miller has a lot of defensive experience, does not need a hard top, and defends from the side. If he goes deep into the basket, O'Neal will make up the defense.
This time O'Neal was not there.
Martin pulled to a high position to cover Kidd and got rid of Tinsley. O'Neal was relatively out of position, otherwise Kidd would get an empty seat.
Kidd ran to the position where Wang Jun could see to attract the defense and received the pass.
After turning around, Wang Jun burst into the basket and entered basketball with a low hand. 2 to 0.
Miller was by his side, unable to jump when squeezed, and Foster's defense was slow.
Scott took the lead in applause on the sidelines. This is what he hoped Wang Jun would do. If Kittles was allowed to play, Miller would have no advantage.
The Pacers pick and roll offense, Tinsley made a quick breakthrough, Collins was smart enough to put him a certain distance, and he didn't defend against shooting. Tinsley passed it to Artest, who hung it to O'Neal again.
Xiao Ou singled out Martin, turned around and missed the jumper, missed the rim, the rebound was grabbed by Kidd, and immediately launched a counterattack.
Wang Jun's defense against Miller won't appear to be empty. Miller's speed is already very slow. When countering, Miller's defense against Wang Jun can be difficult.
Wang Jun dashed straight into the post, and Jefferson brought a high ball to the frontcourt and sent it into the penalty area.
The ball speed is very slow, but it is the most suitable pass for Wang Jun. UU reads www.uukanshu.com. He leaned on Miller to make his opponent unable to jump. He reached out and took the basketball.
Miller had no choice but his teammates failed to return, 4-0.
Pacers coach Carlisle and Bird watching the ball are not in the mood.
If Wang Jun is a Pacers and forms an outside line with Artest, the confrontation is too strong and it is difficult for the opponent to defend. Miller was hit by several muscular men from the Nets.
The Pacers attacked, O'Neal picked up the midfield, and Tinsley broke through to the middle. The latter was passed by Kidd to Artest.
Artest singled Jefferson, using a crab to force a breakthrough.
Jefferson's team training and Wang Jun singled out all day, too familiar with this trick, and hardly interfered with Artest raising his hand.
Artest's shot selection was not very good, forcibly hit the basketball frame, Collins won the rebound.
This season, the Nets are in the top five in the league's defensive efficiency league. (To be continued.)